Ubisoft Montpellier, the studio behind Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown, has reportedly disbanded the game’s development team.
Reasons for Disbandment:
– Poor sales (estimated 300,000 units sold in first two weeks)
– Failed pitches for sequel and additional expansions
– Concerns over sequel cannibalizing original game’s long-term sales
Team’s Efforts:
– Pushed for Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown 2
– Advocated for two more expansions after Mask of Darkness
Ubisoft’s Decision:
– Made within weeks of game’s release
– Prioritizing projects with better commercial potential
Background:
– Ubisoft Montpellier founded in 1994 (originally Ubi Pictures)
– Estimated 400 staff members
– Divided into multiple teams working on various projects
Ubisoft Disbands Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Team After Poor Sales
